International V8 Pro Series Ready to Run Distributor - Black
International V8 Pro Series Ready to Run Distributor - Black
SKU: SKU: JM7738BK
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Features
- Onboard ignition module — no separate ignition box required
- Circuit board module with magnetic pickup holds accurate timing
- Direct fit for International Harvester V8: 304/345/392
- Chromoly steel gear for durable, precise timing control
Description
Upgrade your International Harvester V8 — 304, 345, or 392 CID — with this Pro Series Ready-to-Run distributor, featuring an onboard circuit board ignition module paired with a magnetic pickup trigger, so there's no separate ignition box to wire in. This distributor supports Scout, Travelall, Pickup, Loadstar, and Travelette applications.
The housing is machined aluminum with a chromoly steel drive gear, and mechanical/vacuum advance is included for street or performance tuning. This distributor requires a 12-volt electrical system with an alternator and a coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher; it is not compatible with generator-based charging systems or vehicles still running an active ballast resistor in the ignition circuit — the resistor should be removed or bypassed as part of installation.
What Is a Ready-to-Run (RTR) Distributor?
An RTR distributor has the ignition control module built directly into the housing, so it fires off a single 12-volt source without needing a separate ignition box wired into the circuit. This unit pairs that onboard module with a circuit board ignition control and magnetic pickup trigger, replacing the factory International Harvester breaker-point distributor. The coil stays external here, requiring a coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher.
Performance Benefits
The circuit board module and magnetic pickup trigger hold timing steady without the wear and drift of a points-based system — a meaningful upgrade for these long-serving International Harvester V8 trucks. Mechanical and vacuum advance are both included, allowing the timing curve to be tuned for carbureted street or work-truck driving conditions.
Specs
| Distributor Type | Pro Series Ready to Run |
| Trigger Type | Circuit Board Module with Magnetic Pick-Up |
| Advance Type | Mechanical and Vacuum |
| Cap Color | Black |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Mechanical Tach Drive | No |
| Slip Collar | No |
| Coil Included | No |
| Coil Type | External |
| Required Coil Output | 35,000+ V |
| Gear Material | Chromoly Steel |
| Housing Material | Machined Aluminum |
| Ignition Box Required | No |
| Marine Use | No |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Included | 3 Bushings and 4 Springs for Mechanical Advance Color-Matched Spark Plug Wire Retainer with Screws Vacuum Advance Block-Off Plate (Black) Power Extension Cable Tachometer Output Extension Cable |
Engine Fitment
COMPATIBLE WITH
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER V8
• 5.0 L / 304 in3
• 5.7 L / 345 in3
• 6.4 L / 392 in3
NOTES
• Designed for International Harvester 304, 345, and 392 carbureted V8 applications.
• Not compatible with International's inline-six engines or AMC-sourced V8 engines (V-400/401) that were optionally installed in some 1973–1974 International vehicles.
• Designed for carbureted applications only.
• Requires an external coil with a minimum output of 35,000V — no separate ignition box required.
• This distributor is designed for a 12 volt electrical system with an alternator and a performance ignition coil of 35,000 V or more.
• It is not compatible with a generator and cannot be used with a ballast resistor.
• Distributor gear is most compatible with cast iron hydraulic or solid flat tappet camshafts; consult camshaft manufacturer for recommended gear material before installation.
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
International Scout II (304/345, 1971–1980)
International Scout Terra (304/345, 1976–1980)
International Scout Traveler (304/345, 1976–1980)
International Travelall (304/345/392, 1969–1975)
International Pickup / D-Series (304/345/392, 1969–1975)
International Travelette (304/345/392, 1969–1975)
International Loadstar (304/345/392, 1962–1978)
Q&A
What vehicles does this distributor fit?
This distributor fits International Harvester Scout, Travelall, Pickup, Loadstar, and Travelette models equipped with the IH 304, 345, or 392 V8 engine.
Is this the same engine as AMC's 304?
No. International Harvester's 304, 345, and 392 V8 engines are a completely different engine family from AMC's V8 engines. Although some International Harvester Light Line trucks were available with AMC engines, this distributor is designed only for International Harvester-built 304, 345, and 392 V8 engines. Verify your engine before ordering.
Do I need a separate ignition box with this distributor?
No. The ignition control module is built into the distributor housing, so no external ignition box or CDI unit is required.
Does this distributor include a coil?
No. This is an external-coil Ready-to-Run distributor and requires an ignition coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher, which is sold separately.
What direction does the rotor turn on this distributor?
Clockwise, viewed from above, matching the standard rotation direction of the International Harvester 304, 345, and 392 V8 engine family.
What type of distributor gear is included, and will it work with my camshaft?
This distributor includes a chromoly steel distributor gear for increased strength and durability. Always verify the recommended distributor gear material with your camshaft manufacturer to ensure compatibility with your specific camshaft material and application.
Emissions Notice
This Top Street Performance (TSP) product is designed for racing and off-road competition use only. It is not legal for use on public roads or emissions-controlled vehicles and does not comply with federal, state, or local emissions regulations. The buyer assumes all responsibility for legal use and installation.
What is a Emissions-Controlled Vehicle?
"An emissions-controlled vehicle is any vehicle equipped with a factory-installed emissions control system designed to reduce air pollution. These systems include catalytic converters, oxygen sensors, EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valves, and diesel particulate filters (DPF). Most vehicles manufactured after 1975 are considered emissions-controlled and must comply with federal and state emissions laws when used on public roads."
International V8 Pro Series Ready to Run Distributor - Black
Upgrade your International Harvester V8 — 304, 345, or 392 CID — with this Pro Series Ready-to-Run distributor, featuring an onboard circuit board ignition module paired with a magnetic pickup trigger, so there's no separate ignition box to wire in. This distributor supports Scout, Travelall, Pickup, Loadstar, and Travelette applications.
The housing is machined aluminum with a chromoly steel drive gear, and mechanical/vacuum advance is included for street or performance tuning. This distributor requires a 12-volt electrical system with an alternator and a coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher; it is not compatible with generator-based charging systems or vehicles still running an active ballast resistor in the ignition circuit — the resistor should be removed or bypassed as part of installation.
What Is a Ready-to-Run (RTR) Distributor?
An RTR distributor has the ignition control module built directly into the housing, so it fires off a single 12-volt source without needing a separate ignition box wired into the circuit. This unit pairs that onboard module with a circuit board ignition control and magnetic pickup trigger, replacing the factory International Harvester breaker-point distributor. The coil stays external here, requiring a coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher.
Performance Benefits
The circuit board module and magnetic pickup trigger hold timing steady without the wear and drift of a points-based system — a meaningful upgrade for these long-serving International Harvester V8 trucks. Mechanical and vacuum advance are both included, allowing the timing curve to be tuned for carbureted street or work-truck driving conditions.
COMPATIBLE WITH
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER V8
• 5.0 L / 304 in3
• 5.7 L / 345 in3
• 6.4 L / 392 in3
NOTES
• Designed for International Harvester 304, 345, and 392 carbureted V8 applications.
• Not compatible with International's inline-six engines or AMC-sourced V8 engines (V-400/401) that were optionally installed in some 1973–1974 International vehicles.
• Designed for carbureted applications only.
• Requires an external coil with a minimum output of 35,000V — no separate ignition box required.
• This distributor is designed for a 12 volt electrical system with an alternator and a performance ignition coil of 35,000 V or more.
• It is not compatible with a generator and cannot be used with a ballast resistor.
• Distributor gear is most compatible with cast iron hydraulic or solid flat tappet camshafts; consult camshaft manufacturer for recommended gear material before installation.
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
International Scout II (304/345, 1971–1980)
International Scout Terra (304/345, 1976–1980)
International Scout Traveler (304/345, 1976–1980)
International Travelall (304/345/392, 1969–1975)
International Pickup / D-Series (304/345/392, 1969–1975)
International Travelette (304/345/392, 1969–1975)
International Loadstar (304/345/392, 1962–1978)
SPECIFICATIONS
Distributor Type: Pro Series Ready to Run
Trigger Type: Circuit Board Module with Magnetic Pick-Up
Advance Type: Mechanical and Vacuum
Cap Color: Black
Terminal Gender: Male
Mechanical Tach Drive: No
Slip Collar: No
Coil Included: No
Coil Type: External
Required Coil Output: 35,000+ V
Gear Material: Chromoly Steel
Housing Material: Machined Aluminum
Ignition Box Required: No
Marine Use: No
Cylinders: 8
Included: 3 Bushings and 4 Springs for Mechanical Advance
Color-Matched Spark Plug Wire Retainer with Screws
Vacuum Advance Block-Off Plate (Black)
Power Extension Cable
Tachometer Output Extension Cable
